TABLE TALK: Discussions With Buck Showalter, Veronica Alvarez, And Gary "Sarge" Matthews

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Chris Nowinski is a former football player at Harvard University and professional wrestler with WWE, World Wrestling Entertainment. After enduring a career-ending head injury, Chris has dedicated his professional life to serving patients and families affected by brain trauma, particularly Chronic traumatic encephalopathy, or CTE, a progressive neurodegenerative disease that develops after repeated head injuries. Jay and Chris discuss the state of head injuries in American athletics, the difference between advocating for head safety at youth and professional levels, Chris’ newest research, and much more. Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (00:50) changes in the culture around concussions in the past two decades (02:39) padded helmet technology (03:55) concussion reporting in the NFL (10:35) Chris’ career path and concussion history (14:52) connecting with activists who haven’t themselves suffered a traumatic brain injury (17:42) SHAAKE - a new sign to identify concussions (20:53) Unions can help players advocate for safety policies (23:10) final thoughts and goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/…

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This week on TABLE TALK, Jeff sat down with Buck Showalter, Veronica Alvarez, and Gary “Sarge” Matthews out at the Reading Hot Stovers annual banquet in center city Reading for a discussion about their impacts on the game of baseball and how the baseball world is changing. We also spoke to some local high school scholarship recipients thanks to the Reading Hot Stovers organization. These were great discussions!
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Phillies Storylines In Spring Training! (PST Episode 606) 1:05:12

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The Philadelphia Phillies are in the midst of Spring Training and there are a bunch of storylines on our minds as this team heads into the 2025 season. Will certain players be placed at different positions in the outfield and infield? The pitching could be the best in Major League Baseball the year. Eric Moratelli from Fansided’s ThatBallsOuttaHere.com joined us for a deep dive into some of these storylines. It was a fantastic discussion! But first, the guys dove into some Eagles talk as RB Saquon Barkley just signed an extension, and CB Darius Slay was released. Who should be the priority re-signings this offseason? (Approx. 3:40) From there, they discussed the start of MLS’s 2025 season and Philadelphia Union’s phenomenal performances out of the gate. Are the Union a really good team? (Approx. 18:35) Then the guys talked about the upcoming NHL trade deadline and asked the question: what if the Flyers do not make a trade? Will it be the end of the world? (Approx. 28:50) Then they discussed a Phillies pitching storyline that we’re all following closely: what will Taijuan Walker’s role be this coming season? (Approx. 46:35) What they threw down on the Table this week was a great and in-depth discussion with Eric Moratelli from That Balls Outta Here about some Phillies storylines that have been coming out of Spring Training. Who will back up J.T. Realmuto at the catcher position this season? Might Kyle Schwarber get playing time at first base in the infield? Will we see a bounce-back season from Bryson Stott? All of this and much more this week on the Table! (Approx. 46:35) Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com . Follow us on BlueSky: Jeff: @jeffwarren.bsky.social Erik: @brickpollitt.bsky.social Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 The Show: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: Jeff: @Jeffrey_Warren Erik: @BrickPollitt The Show: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable .…

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OPPOSITION TERRITORY: New England Patriots 27:26

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On this week’s OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod, we’re diving into the New England Patriots and what their offseason may look like. What will the front office prioritize in free agency? What are the expectations for quarterback Drake Maye? What might their draft look like as the Patriots have a top-5 pick? Sara Marshall from Fansided’s MusketFire.com joined us for a great discussion! Topics Sara and Jeff dove into: - What should the Patriots top-priority be for the offseason as they restructure their team on offense and defense? - How the Patriots head coaching carousel manifested itself. - How should the front office be aggressive in free agency, which is right around the corner? - What does building through the trenches look for the Pats and Mike Vrabel? All of this and much more during this week’s Opposition Territory show! Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com . Follow us on BlueSky: Jeff: @jeffwarren.bsky.social Erik: @brickpollitt.bsky.social Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 The Show: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: Jeff: @Jeffrey_Warren Erik: @BrickPollitt The Show: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable .…

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TABLE TALK: NFL Draft Prospects 20:30

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This week on TABLE TALK , Jeff sat down with John Buhler from Fansided to discuss the upcoming NFL Draft, some top prospects, and what certain teams may do at various positions. Which positions are deep in this year’s draft? How might the teams at top of the draft board view the quarterback and pass rusher positions? Topics that John and Jeff dove into: - Will the Cowboys look to draft their running back of the future in the first-round? - How might the Atlanta Falcons look to bolster their pass rush in this year’s draft? - Do we see certain teams clamoring for tight ends in this upcoming class? - The secondary positions are deep, which could be great news for teams like the Colts. All of this and much more this week on Table Talk! Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com . Follow us on BlueSky: Jeff: @jeffwarren.bsky.social Erik: @brickpollitt.bsky.social Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 The Show: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: Jeff: @Jeffrey_Warren Erik: @BrickPollitt The Show: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable .…

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The Flyers Continue To Figure Out Their Rebuild (PST Episode 605) 1:04:14

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The Philadelphia Flyers are still continuing to figure out their rebuild and restructure here in 2025. Lots of questions persist for this team and organization. However, there are storylines that are still important for us to follow. This week, Russ Cohen from the Locked On Flyers podcast, NHL Network Radio on Sirius/XM, and author of the book “Game Winners” joined us for a dive into this Flyers team. The guys discussed new and old talent on this team. Overall, a great discussion! But first, the guys dove into some early baseball talk regarding the NL East. Which teams realistically may be at the top of the division? (Approx. 5:05) From there, they discussed how the Eagles need to handle re-signing free agents, and also how the Green Bay Packers have proposed banning the tush push. (Approx. 12:40) Then the guys talked about some larger NBA storylines dealing with OKC, the Knicks, and the Pistons. Plus, the Sixers need to shut down Joel Embiid, and figure out the best way to end this season. (Approx. 30:55) What they threw down on the Table this week was a great and in-depth discussion with Russ Cohen from the Locked On Flyers podcast about the direction the Flyers are heading. How should we be viewing Matvei Michkov, his production, and overall development from now until the end of the season? Sean Couturier seems to be at a point where he may need to take some games off here and there. Assessing Jakob Pelletier and Andre Kuzmenko. All of this and much more this week on the Table! (Approx. 46:50) Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com . Follow us on BlueSky: Jeff: @jeffwarren.bsky.social Erik: @brickpollitt.bsky.social Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 The Show: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: Jeff: @Jeffrey_Warren Erik: @BrickPollitt The Show: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable .…

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OPPOSITION TERRITORY: New York Mets 29:09

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On this week’s OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod, we’re diving into the New York Mets and what their upcoming 2025 season may look like as one of the Phillies rivals in the NL East. Juan Soto is slated to bring big results to the Mets’ offense. But how might their pitching hold up this season - both in the starting rotation and the bullpen? This week, Allison McCague from the “A Pod Of Their Own” podcast over at HomerunApplesauce.com joined us for a great discussion! Topics Allison and Jeff dove into: - Is there actually a floor for Juan Soto’s offense that we should keep in mind? - Can Pete Alonso get back to the kind of offense the Mets will need from him? - The backend of the starting rotation could be a big issue here in 2025 unless the depth steps up. - The biggest strengths and weaknesses heading into the Mets 2025 season. All of this and much more during this week’s pregame preview show! Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com . Follow us on BlueSky: Jeff: @jeffwarren.bsky.social Erik: @brickpollitt.bsky.social Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 The Show: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: Jeff: @Jeffrey_Warren Erik: @BrickPollitt The Show: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable .…

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TABLE TALK: The Upcoming Eagles Offseason 26:44

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This week on TABLE TALK , Jeff sat down with Shane Haff from the Eagles Pin-Pull Network and “On The Shane Page” podcast for a great discussion about the upcoming Philadelphia Eagles offseason. What can we expect in free agency? Which players will the front office try to keep around? What can we expect from the front office pertaining to the NFL Draft? Topics that Shane and Jeff dove into: - Kevin Patullo and the kind of Offensive Coordinator he'll be for this Eagles offense next season. - Which player should be the No. 1 priority for the Eagles to re-sign during free agency? - What happens with the other outside cornerback position if Darius Slay leaves? - What will the overall theme will be for the Eagles during the upcoming NFL Draft? All of this and much more this week on Table Talk! Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com . Follow us on BlueSky: Jeff: @jeffwarren.bsky.social Erik: @brickpollitt.bsky.social Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 The Show: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: Jeff: @Jeffrey_Warren Erik: @BrickPollitt The Show: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable .…

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The Phillies Are Up, The Sixers Are Down (PST Episode 604) 1:06:22

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Two great interviews and discussions this week! Justin Klugh from Baseball Prospectus and the Hittin’ Season podcast joined us for a deep dive into some Philadelphia Phillies storylines as Spring Training heats up and the 2025 season is just around the corner. Plus, Sean Barnard from Fox Sports Philly’s The Gambler and Draft Kings joined us to get into where this Philadelphia 76’ers team is at and how we should be looking at the remainder of this season. But first, the guys dove into some reflections from watching the Eagles in the Super Bowl, and Jeff’s experience attending the Eagles Super Bowl Championship parade. (Approx. 2:45) From there, they how the Flyers front office is assessing what trades should be made as the trade deadline is March 7th. (Approx. 13:10) What they threw down on the Table this week were two great interviews detailing the Sixers and Phillies. First, they talked to good friend of the pod Sean Barnard from Fox Sports Philly’s The Gambler about Joel Embiid’s health along with Paul George’s health. Should both guys be shut down this year? Also, a look at how Maxey has been performing as the next star on this 76’ers team. (Approx. 22:40) From there, we had a fantastic and an in-depth discussion with Justin Klugh from the Hittin’ Season podcast about this upcoming Phillies season and storylines we’ll be following throughout Spring Training. Are they a World Series and championship team? What do the bats need to do differently this year to make a postseason run? How strong is the bullpen? All of this and much more this week on the Table! (Approx. 38:15) Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com . Follow us on BlueSky: Jeff: @jeffwarren.bsky.social Erik: @brickpollitt.bsky.social Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 The Show: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: Jeff: @Jeffrey_Warren Erik: @BrickPollitt The Show: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable .…

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OPPOSITION TERRITORY: New York Knicks 21:06

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On this week’s OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod, we’re diving into the New York Knicks and what their season has looked like, where they’ll be heading after the All-Star break, and if they can make a real postseason run in the Eastern Conference. Do they have what it takes to matchup well against the Celtics and the Cavs? This week, Josh Rodriguez from The Dime with Josh & Kwab podcast joined us for a great discussion! Topics Josh and Jeff dove into: - Assessing what we’ve seen from the Knicks so far during this 2024-2025 season. - What kind of dynamic has Karl-Anthony Towns brought to the team through his first 54 games as a Knick? - Dishing out grades for Jalen Brunson, O.G. Anunoby, Josh Hart, Mikal Bridges, and more. - Biggest positives and negatives we’ve seen from the Knicks this season. All of this and much more during this week’s pregame preview show! Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com . Follow us on BlueSky: Jeff: @jeffwarren.bsky.social Erik: @brickpollitt.bsky.social Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 The Show: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: Jeff: @Jeffrey_Warren Erik: @BrickPollitt The Show: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable .…

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Reflections On The Eagles Championship Season (PST Episode 603) 1:12:50

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The Philadelphia Eagles are now the reigning Super Bowl Champions! This week, the guys discussed and reflected on this championship season and where this team can and will go in the future. Mark Schofield from SB Nation joined the show this week for a deep dive into the Eagles offense and defense, how they grew, and what the future holds. It was a fantastic discussion with Mark! But first, the guys dove into some baseball and Phillies talk as pitchers and catchers have now reported to Clearwater. How should we be looking at the Phillies pitching this coming season? (Approx. 7:40) From there, they discussed the recent report from Lisa Salters that Joel Embiid may need surgery and be out an extended period of time. (Approx. 15:15) They guys then moved on to discussing the upcoming NFL offseason and a storyline they’ll be following closely as some aspects of the league and talent continue to change. (Approx. 29:05) How did the Super Bowl viewership compare to other sports leagues and their championship viewership? At the end of the day, the NFL is king. (Approx. 39:05) What they threw down on the Table this week was an in-depth discussion with Mark Schofield from SB Nation, reflecting on the Eagles’ championship season. How has Jalen Hurts grown as a quarterback, and have we seen his ceiling? Rating the various aspects of the Eagles offense. How should we be viewing this Eagles defense as we’re moving forward? All of this and much more this week on the Table! (Approx. 49:05) Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com . Follow us on BlueSky: Jeff: @jeffwarren.bsky.social Erik: @brickpollitt.bsky.social Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 The Show: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: Jeff: @Jeffrey_Warren Erik: @BrickPollitt The Show: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable .…

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OPPOSITION TERRITORY: Atlanta Braves 22:12

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On this week’s OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod, we’re diving into the Atlanta Braves and what their upcoming 2025 season may look like as viable contenders for the NL East. While they can be described as one of the top NL teams heading into this season, there are still a lot of question marks pertaining to their roster. Kris Willis, the MLB Editorial Manager for SB Nation joined us this week for a great discussion! Topics Kris and Jeff dove into: - Grading the Braves front office during this offseason. - How might the Braves starting rotation look on Opening Day given the questions on the back end of that rotation? - What will the bullpen provide for the team this season as they have lost some power in the ‘pen? - What are the biggest strengths and weaknesses of this Braves team heading into the 2025 season? All of this and much more during this week’s pregame preview show! Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com . Follow us on BlueSky: Jeff: @jeffwarren.bsky.social Erik: @brickpollitt.bsky.social Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 The Show: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: Jeff: @Jeffrey_Warren Erik: @BrickPollitt The Show: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable .…

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TABLE TALK: Flyers Trades And Trade Rumors 20:40

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This week on TABLE TALK , Jeff sat down with Rachel Donner from the Locked On Flyers podcast for a great discussion about the recent trades we’ve seen from the Flyers front office, acquisitions, and where the overall direction of this team is heading. Has Flyers GM Danny Briere altered and shifted his direction? If so, should we as fans we okay with that? Topics that Rachel and Jeff dove into: - Assessing the Joel Farabee, Morgan Frost, and draft assets trade to Calgary as they acquired Jakob Pelletier and Andrei Kuzmenko. - What will Kuzmenko and Pelletier bring to the Flyers during this next half of the season? - The Scott Laughton trade talks are heating up before the March 7th trade deadline. Would it be a mistake to trade Laughton? - What should we be looking for in terms of the restructuring and on ice play from the Flyers over this next half of the season? All of this and much more this week on Table Talk! Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com . Follow us on BlueSky: Jeff: @jeffwarren.bsky.social Erik: @brickpollitt.bsky.social Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 The Show: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: Jeff: @Jeffrey_Warren Erik: @BrickPollitt The Show: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable .…

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Eagles vs. Chiefs Postgame Show, Super Bowl Win! 24:59

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The Philadelphia Eagles are Super Bowl Champions! What a dominant performance by the Birds against the Kansas City Chiefs. They win in New Orleans by a score of 40-22! As always, we gave our top themes, thoughts and opinions from the game on offense, defense, and special teams. What an historical game! Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com . Follow us on BlueSky: Jeff: @jeffwarren.bsky.social Erik: @brickpollitt.bsky.social Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 The Show: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: Jeff: @Jeffrey_Warren Erik: @BrickPollitt The Show: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable .…

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Super Bowl Preview Show! (PST Episode 602) 1:09:50

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The Philadelphia Eagles will be playing in the Super Bowl in just a few days! This week’s Super Bowl preview show dives into what we’ll be seeing from the Eagles and even the Kansas City Chiefs in a rematch from two Super Bowls ago. Brandon Lee Gowton, also known as BLG, from BleedingGreenNation.com joined us for our preview as we dove into the Eagles offensive line, defensive front, and much more. It was a fantastic discussion with BLG! But first, the guys talked about the big and recent Flyers trade as we said goodbye to Joel Farabee and Morgan Frost. The team looks to reshape some things organizationally as they acquired talent from the Flames. How does this set the stage for the Flyers’ future? (Approx. 5:50) From there, they discussed the recent NBA trade of Luka Doncic to the Lakers and how baffling that trade was for many. Plus, they dove into whether or not Paul George may be traded from the Sixers. (Approx. 18:00) They guys then moved on to their Eagles Super Bowl preview as they discussed expectations for the Super Bowl, and their confidence level in the Eagles being able to become NFL Champions again. (Approx. 33:50) What they threw down on the Table this week was an in-depth discussion and continuation of their Super Bowl preview with Brandon Lee Gowton from Bleeding Green Nation. Can the Chiefs actually neutralize the Eagles offensive line? No turnover from Jalen Hurts is the key. The wide receivers’ role as the Chiefs will utilize the blitz in dime packaes. Analyzing the Eagles pass rush against the Chiefs offense. All of this and much more this week on the Table! (Approx. 48:50) Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com . Follow us on BlueSky: Jeff: @jeffwarren.bsky.social Erik: @brickpollitt.bsky.social Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 The Show: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: Jeff: @Jeffrey_Warren Erik: @BrickPollitt The Show: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable .…

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OPPOSITION TERRITORY: Eagles vs. Chiefs Super Bowl Matchup 21:30

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On this week’s OPPOSITION TERRITORY pod, we’re looking towards the Eagles vs. Chiefs upcoming Super Bowl! We sat down with our friend of the pod, Ron Kopp Jr. from SB Nation’s ArrowheadPride.com to dive into this matchup. The Eagles are now the reigning NFC Champions while the Chiefs are the AFC Champions once again. Expectations are high for what is to be an exciting game. What can we expect from Kansas City and their offense and defense? Topics Ron and Jeff dove into: - Thoughts on the narrative that the Eagles should win this game handily? - Dissecting how Patrick Mahomes and Jalen Hurts provides the intangibles when running their respective offenses. - Can the Chief defense actually neutralize the Eagles offensive line? - What are the strengths and weaknesses of the Chiefs secondary? All of this and much more during this week’s Opposition Territory matchup show! Head over to our website for all of our podcasts and more: philadelphiasportstable.com. Follow us on BlueSky: Jeff: @jeffwarren.bsky.social Erik: @brickpollitt.bsky.social Follow us on Threads: Jeff: @mrjeffwarren Erik: @slen1023 The Show: @philadelphiasportstable Follow us on Twitter/X: Jeff: @Jeffrey_Warren Erik: @BrickPollitt The Show: @PhiladelphiaPST Follow the show on Instagram: instagram.com/philadelphiasportstable.…

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TABLE TALK: The 2025 PGA Tour Is Starting! 31:13

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